Lessons from implementing integrated water resource management: a case study of the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority, Ontario. Issue 3 (4th May 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Scott, Paula; Tayler, Brian; Walters, Dan
• Is Part Of: International journal of water resources development. Volume 33:Issue 3(2017)
• Page Start: 393
• Page End: 407
• Publication Date: 2017-05-04
• Subjects: Integrated watershed management -- implementation -- collaboration -- Conservation Authorities Act -- stewardship -- North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority; Water resources development -- Periodicals; Water-supply, Agricultural -- Periodicals; 333.91005
• DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1216830
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0790-0627

Abstract

Abstract: This case study explores the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority's experience in implementing IWRM. Successes include protecting life and property by mitigating flood and erosion hazards; building capacity through multi-stakeholder collaborations; and fostering community stewardship. Ongoing challenges include limited resources and narrow mandate for addressing broader watershed and natural resources issues; and a need to enhance relationships with First Nations. The NBMCA has learned numerous lessons on how to apply IWRM, including collaborating early and often and fostering community stewardship.